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Colebrook, Ottershaw, Chertsey, Runnymede, Surrey
KT16 0JU Runnymede District (B)
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Total Electorate
82,654
voters
Population Rank
180th
Constituency
Runnymede and Weybridge
- Constituency
- Runnymede and Weybridge
- Constituency GSS Code
- E14000907
- Holding party
- CON HOLD
- Change from 2015
- +1.2
- 2017 majority
- 18050
- 2017 election turnout
- 68%
- Swing
- +1.2%
60.9%
25.9%
7.3%
2.6%
0%
0%

Runnymede and Weybridge Constituency
Background of Runnymede and Weybridge
The postcode KT16 0JU is located in Runnymede and Weybridge, a UK parliament constituency represented in the House of Commons by Philip Hammond MP of the Conservative party.
Runnymede and Weybridge is a UK parliamentary constituency located in Surrey, established in 1997. It includes the borough of Runnymede and parts of the borough of Elmbridge, with major towns such as Addlestone, Chertsey, Weybridge, and Virginia Water. Historically, the seat has consistently been held by the Conservative Party since its inception, reflecting its affluent demographic profile.
The constituency is characterised by a well-educated populace, with a high proportion of residents employed in professional and managerial occupations. Many locals commute to London, benefiting from good transport links including the M25 motorway and frequent train services. The area is known for its economic affluence, with property prices significantly above the national average, and has several businesses, including the corporate headquarters of Samsung UK and Toyota (GB).
The electorate of Runnymede and Weybridge tends to lean towards conservative values, informed by both economic prosperity and a suburban lifestyle. As of the latest available data, the voter base is largely middle-aged and upwards, contributing to traditionally high voter turnout rates.
In the 2016 EU membership referendum, the constituency reflected a moderately pro-Remain stance, with a majority voting to stay in the European Union. This result was notable given the broader trend in similarly affluent Conservative-held areas, suggesting a nuanced view on economic and cultural issues regarding EU membership.
Runnymede and Weybridge embodies a blend of economic prosperity, professional demographics, and a politically conservative outlook with specific nuances concerning broader national policies like Brexit.
Brexit
Did Runnymede and Weybridge vote for Brexit?

of the electorate in Runnymede and Weybridge voted for Brexit in the European Union (EU) referendum in June 2016.
In the 2016 Brexit referendum, the constituency of Runnymede and Weybridge voted to leave the EU. The affluent area may have been influenced by concerns over immigration, sovereignty, and a desire for greater control over laws and regulations. Residents could have also been swayed by a sense of disconnect from the political establishment and a desire to assert their identity as a distinct community within the UK. The decision to leave the EU reflects a complex mix of economic, social, and political factors that shaped the views of voters in this constituency.
Local Council
Runnymede Borough Council
Runnymede Civic Centre
Station Road
Addlestone
Surrey
KT15 2AH
Phone
01932 838 383
Website
http://www.runnymede.gov.uk/
Email
enquiries@runnymede.gov.uk
Fax
01932 838 384
Runnymede Borough Council is located in Addlestone, and is 1.6 miles from the KT16 0JU postcode.
Member of Parliament (MP)

MP Name
Philip Hammond MP
Party
Conservative
Constituency
Runnymede and Weybridge
E14000907
Profile
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Philip Hammond is a British Conservative Party politician who served as the MP for Runnymede and Weybridge. With a background in economics and industry, Hammond has held various significant positions including Chancellor of the Exchequer and Foreign Secretary. Known for his pragmatic and fiscally conservative stance, he frequently addressed issues like economic stability and national security. His moderate, pro-European Union views often set him apart within his party. To read more about Philip Hammond, visit his [official biography](https://www.parliament.uk/biographies/commons/philip-hammond/68) here.